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University of Tübingen
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Pre-Doctoral Researcher PhD in Chinese Studies, Classical Chinese, and China History University of Tübingen in Germany
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
History
Funding
This is a 50% position classified as E13 TV-L. The appointment is limited to three years, with possible extension. The advertisement does not state a specific salary amount or additional stipend details.
Deadline
Dec 4, 2026
Country
Germany
University
University of Tübingen
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About this position
The Department of Chinese Studies in the Institute of Asian and Oriental Studies at the University of Tübingen is seeking a pre-doctoral researcher to undertake a PhD research project in Chinese Studies/Sinology. The position offers an opportunity to develop a research profile focused on China or Greater China, particularly across historical and interdisciplinary approaches.
The doctoral research may engage with areas such as social and cultural history, environmental history, the history of medicine, the history of knowledge, global history, or the history of science and technology. Digital humanities is also identified as a possible area of interest. The role is especially suited to researchers with strong preparation in modern and classical Chinese and an interest in examining China from the tenth to twentieth century.
Alongside the PhD project, the researcher will contribute to teaching in the Sinology/Chinese Studies programme, including university classes and seminars in Classical Chinese. The role also involves supporting the administration and organisation of the Department of Chinese Studies, including student counselling, teaching organisation, and other departmental activities.
The researcher will join a department within the Faculty of Humanities and work in an international research and teaching environment. The position is based at the University of Tübingen in Germany and is intended to begin as soon as possible, with the stated target start date of May 1, 2027.
Funding details
This is a 50% position classified as E13 TV-L. The appointment is limited to three years, with possible extension. The advertisement does not state a specific salary amount or additional stipend details.
What's required
Applicants must have completed an MA-level university degree (Master/Magister/Diplom) in Sinology/Chinese Studies with an excellent academic record by the time of employment. Degrees in (Global) History or related disciplines focused on China or Greater China from the tenth to twentieth century may also qualify. Applicants must have excellent proficiency in English, modern Chinese, and classical Chinese, and should explain their academic qualifications and language skills for pursuing a PhD in Chinese Studies in the cover letter. Desirable qualifications include experience or strong interest in social and cultural history, environmental history, history of medicine, history of knowledge, global history, history of science and technology, or digital humanities; study-abroad experience in China or Greater China; self-initiative, independent work, and teamwork; and German language skills.
How to apply
Email one single PDF containing a one-page cover letter, detailed CV with two references and any publications or teaching experience, one-page MA thesis summary, two-page PhD project proposal, and relevant certificates to [email protected] by December 4, 2026. For questions, contact Professor Fei Huang.
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